If we make £35,000 by our project deadline, we'll enter each of our backers into a prize draw to win a bespoke framed 30" x 20" canvas artwork. The winner can choose from any of our LBD campaign images and we'll frame it in their choice of gold or silver, and I will write a personal message on the back. See our £325 pledge for examples.

And if we can make £40,000 we'll hold a launch party in London and invite all of our supporters and backers along with our press and industry friends to help us celebrate!

Let's do one final push to the finishing line and see what we can achieve together!

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The latest addition to the Little Black Dress Collection

We've reached the half way point of our campaign and so are delighted to introduce a new piece to the Little Black Dress Collection as a thank you to all those who have supported us thus far and hopefully a tempting offer to encourage others to get involved in the launch - so please spread the word!

Introducing Bailey, our party-perfect frock made from heavenly champagne silk satin. A variation of our Coco wedding dress, Bailey is a very special piece, with a black beaded lace overlay that is enhanced by the contrasting champagne under layer. The soft brushed satin of Bailey feels wonderful against the skin, while tulip sleeves are a flattering finishing touch.

Pledge £595 to secure a Bailey LBD at around a third of its future retail price.

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With 16 years in the bespoke bridal business, I have built a
reputation for creating timelessly
elegant dresses for the discerning bride. I am proud to say that all of my dresses are made by hand in
London.

Now, inspired by women of all shapes, sizes and ages, I have
designed a collection of exquisitely
crafted,British-made Little Black Dresses. Blending classic, elegant silhouettes with the
most luxurious materials and artisan craftsmanship, they are extra special pieces designed to make you feel amazing, whatever the occasion.

As with my wedding dresses, the Little Black Dress Collection uses only the finest fabrics and natural fibres, such as pure silk crepe, silk taffeta and some wonderful British lace. All the dresses are proudly made by hand in the Wimbledon studio.

Why should you invest?

By backing the
Little Black Dress Collection on Kickstarter, you are pre-ordering anexquisite, hand made dressat a third of its future retail price and will
receive it in time for festive parties. The antithesis of fast fashion, you
will be getting a piece that will last you for years, a trusted favourite that
you can return to again and again.

You will help
us fund production here in London so that I can ensure you are getting finely-crafted, British-made dresses. You’ll be contributing to keep British craftsmanship alive and
flourishing.

On successful completion of this Kickstarter campaign, we
will initially sell the collection on our website, but we also have long term
plans to sell our Little Black Dress collection through select boutiques and luxury department stores.

Furthermore, by investing in a Little Black Dress you are helping me to understand which pieces are the most popular so I’ll be able to better
plan for when we take the collection to the buyers.

Why now?

The Little Black Dress Collection is a passion project for me, but I have been waiting for the right moment to launch.

Having researched the market, I have found there to be a gap for timeless, special pieces that are made here in the UK.

We are all placing greater value on the provenance of what we invest in; we want to know that it has been made with care and skill. The throwaway days of fashion are behind us and we want to invest in something we can be assured will last and that we can cherish.

My frocks are finely-crafted, quality silk pieces that epitomise the elegant simplicity I have built my reputation on.____________________________________________________________________

Meet the Little
Black Dresses

Each dress is made with two layers of pure silk so the dresses hang perfectly, while the silk lining next to your skin feels wonderfully luxurious.

In return for your pledge I am offering you an exclusive discounted Kickstarter price, meaning you will get a hand-made Little Black Dress for around a third of their future retail price.

There are only 30 of each dress available through this Kickstarter campaign, so it is truly a rare chance to get your hands on an individually crafted Little Black Dress in return for supporting my project.

Lolly is our cheeky little silk taffeta party frock with a simplistic but structured design to allow for individual personalisation. You would look great wearing it strapless with a beautiful belt, or with a little lace jacket as illustrated below, a georgette blouson or a cashmere cardie. Belt is not included.

Pledge £345 to secure a Lolly LBD at around a third of its future retail price.

Below - Lolly worn with £140 short sleeve corded lace jacket.

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Chic and simple, Dolly is made from silk crepe and has a lovely guipure circle lace yoke to the front with lightly pleated detailing. Perfect for formal work events, or just a sophisticated little number to elevate your everyday wear into something quite special.

Pledge £395 to secure a Dolly LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Made in duchess satin, Della is the perfect party frock with delicate floral embellishments, a boned bodice and a sweet bell skirt for a flirty silhouette. Available without floral detail if preferred.

Pledge £395 to secure a Della LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Laurie is our classic evening dress with an empire seam and a pleated crossover front - think Audrey Hepburn and her forever stylish Little Black Dress. Made from silk crepe backed satin, Laurie feels wonderful to wear and will remain a staple in your wardrobe for many years to come.

Pledge £445 to secure a Laurie LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Lois is our silk taffeta party frock designed for the more petite frame, with a plunging v neck and a delicate lace insert. Cut with a high back, it also has a lovely bell skirt.

Pledge £445 to secure a Lois LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Elegant and simple, Britt is crafted in silk taffeta, which allows for a slightly structured silhouette. A versatile piece, Britt has a deep v front and a bell skirt. Wear with heels and a great chunky necklace for an evening out or with boots and a cardie for a lunch date.

Pledge £445 to secure a Britt LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Bella was inspired by our beautifully simple Greta wedding dress, with an empire seam and subtle gathering on the bodice. Available in matt crepe or a crepe-backed satin that has a lovely sheen, it's the perfect LBD you'll come back to again and again! We can raise the v at the back by 4"/10cm if required, to allow for more coverage. Order details will be specified after successful completion of this campaign.

Pledge £495 to secure a Bella LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Like Bella above, Lita is inspired by Greta and we've added some corded lace sleeves to offer a little extra coverage. We can make Lita with plain sleeves if you prefer, and we can also raise the v at the back by 4"/10cm if required, to allow for more coverage. Order details will be specified after successful completion of this campaign.

Pledge £545 to secure a Lita LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Delsie is a simple shift dress, with a pleated yoke and three quarter length sleeves for a little more coverage. Made from silk crepe, it feels wonderful to wear and hangs beautifully, and is finished with an amazing corded lace trim.

Pledge £545 to secure a Delsie LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Lexie is a classic little number in silk crepe, with a flattering crossover bust, an a-line skirt and the prettiest lace used as cap sleeves and to trim the hem. Lexie will flatter all shapes and sizes and will be your trusted chic piece year after year.

Pledge £545 to secure a Lexie LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Bodil is our flirty little 60s number in silk crepe, with a swing silhouette and precisely placed guipure lace. It hangs beautifully and can be dressed up or down for all sorts of occasions.

Pledge £595 to secure a Bodil LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Extremely flattering, Letty is based on our Lottie wedding dress with elegant, simple lines and a crossover bodice feature. Cut with three quarter sleeves in beautiful beaded lace, it also has appliqued corded lace edging on the empire seam.

Pledge £595 to secure a Letty LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Pledge £675 to secure a Bryony LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Daisy is a short, cheeky variation of our couture Freda wedding dress. We've cut the skirt with a slight bell shape and we've added some fun box pleats, while the bodice has the most gorgeous daisy guipure lace and scalloped cap sleeves. We can raise the v at the back by 2"/5cm, if required, to allow for more coverage. Order details will be specified after successful completion of this campaign.

Pledge £745 to secure a Daisy LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Based on one of our most popular couture wedding dresses, Lucia is light, flirty and fun. An exquisite beaded lace overlay offers demure coverage, with a sweet keyhole detail at the back, while a boned bodice gives a great shape and four layers of tulle over a silk crepe backed satin underskirt make the perfect swishy skirt.

Pledge £745 to secure a Lucia LBD at around a third of its future retail price.____________________________________________________________________

Measuring Chart

Please note that our sizing differs from typical high street measurements. Please take care to measure around the widest point of your bust and hips, and at your natural waist, and match to the closest size below. We recommend sizing up rather than down if you are between sizes.

If you are unsure of how to measure yourself, I would be happy to help you. We will confirm your order size details on successful completion of this project and will have a few dates from October onwards where you can come to the studio to be measured. Dates TBC after this Kickstarter campaign.

We are also offering the opportunity to visit the Wimbledon showroom and see the collection first hand on our Little Black Dress Open Day on Sunday 14th September. Please contact us on enquiries@emmahunt.co.uk for further details.

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Bespoke Service Reward

If you would like any of the above dresses made with modifications individual to you, we are offering a bespoke service reward, where I'll make one dress specifically for you to the value of £1,700 for a £1,000 pledge, or two dresses to the value of £3,500 for a pledge of £2,000.

This service involves me making your Little Black Dress from scratch for you, with your own pattern and a series of fittings to ensure that it is the perfect match to your unique shape and taste.

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Perfect Partners for your Little Black Dress

My bridal clients love the couture jackets I make to give them an extra look on their wedding day, so I have designed variations for my Little Black Dress Collection, available to Kickstarter backers at approximately a third of their future retail price. They'll look beautiful teamed with a party frock to add a little more coverage, while also equally as fabulous used to glam up a pair of jeans for drinks and dinner. Available in spotty tulle, corded lace or silk georgette. Order details will be specified after successful completion of this campaign.

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Extra Backer Gifts

In addition to the beautiful Little Black Dresses on offer,
I have also created some extra rewards, exclusively for you, my
Kickstarter supporters. I have hand sketched the dresses and created a
set of beautiful notecards to glam up your correspondence, or simply be
displayed as artwork. Every Kickstarter backer will receive a frameable
postcard with a sketch of one of the dresses, signed by me.

I've also created limited edition artworks of our Little Black Dress photo shoot. These are printed in limited runs and are exclusive to our Kickstarter backers. I'll sign and number each one, so you will have a truly one-off piece of art. There is a selection of framed and canvas artworks in varying sizes.

I've also produced an exclusive 2015 calendar with 12 of our beautiful frocks to decorate your wall each month. Printed on thick, glossy stock and in a limited run, this will make a fabulous Christmas gift.

All Kickstarter backers will also get exclusive previews of all future Little Black Dress Collections.

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Bridal Pledge Rewards

For any brides-to-be out there, I’ve also created exciting
opportunities to secure couture bridalwearat a discounted price, only for the duration of this Kickstarter campaign.

Brides looking for a little something extra to transform their dress for church or more formal ceremonies can get their hands on my popular ivory tulle jacket, for approximately a third of its normal price. Available with cuffed or fluted sleeves.

Even more excitingly, I’m delighted to announce wonderful offers for any brides considering ordering a bespoke dress, where I’ll make you
a higher value bespoke dress for an exclusive Kickstarter price.

Visit me at my Wimbledon studio and I'll create you a couture wedding dress, made-to-measure for a fit that is uniquely yours.

Invest £2,500 and I'll make you a couture dress to the value of £3,500

Invest £3,000 and I'll make a couture dress to the value of £4,000

Invest £4,000 and I'll craft you a bespoke dress to the value of £5,000

Invest £5,000 and you'll get a bespoke dress made by me to the value of £6,500.

This is truly a rare opportunity to afford a dream wedding dress,
so if you or anyone you know is looking for a bespoke wedding dress, handmade
in London, then please spread the word!

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What will we do with the funds raised?

Our immediate priority will be to order the materials and packaging, make your dresses and fulfil your orders.

Your support will also go towards building
the new e-commerce platform of our website, and creating more samples to take
to the buyers.

By moving into the luxury retail market with your support of
the Little Black Dress Collection, we can provide another revenue stream for
the business, which will allow us to expand. Hopefully, this will mean we can move to a bigger showroom and studio in the near future as we grow.

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Emma Hunt in the Press

Some of our favourite editorials featuring Emma Hunt wedding frocks.

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The Order Details

We’ll
follow up at the end of the campaign to confirm your order details and get your size and any bespoke requirements, if applicable.

UK shipping is included in the price, for any international
orders, we’ll charge extra. Please see individual rewards for details. Rewards will be shipped in
December 2014.

We will not be able to offer refunds as all items are made to order. If you have any questions regarding your size or measurements, please contact us on enquiries@emmahunt.co.uk for assistance.

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Visit us socially #BritishLBD

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Thank you for your support

With your support in this campaign we can continue to contribute to the best of British design, and provide exquisite couture to you and other women across the UK and beyond, women who appreciate craftsmanship and quality. Women who will be proud to wear handmade British design.

Thank you so much for your support, I am so grateful for your help and belief in this project.

I can’t wait to make exquisite Little Black Dresses for you.

Risks and challenges

Having made couture wedding dresses for individual clients for 16 years, I'm very used to working to deadlines and understand the importance of supplying the finished product on time. A wedding is not a flexible date, so I know how to time manage my team.

The dresses are based on our current collection so I know how long they take to make and my team and I are used to making them. If we receive a higher volume of orders than expected I will communicate with all my backers and prioritise orders.

Customer satisfaction has been a cornerstone of our success to date. It is essential that we continue to provide that to everyone, always.

Production time and shipping dates will also be dependent on the speed of backers returning ordering information.

Support

Select this reward

Pledge £10 or more
About $16

HEARTFELT THANKS. For those who simply want to support the Little Black Dress Collection. A shout out on social media and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £20 or more
About $33

A SPECIAL THANK YOU GIFT from Emma, with her beautiful Little Black Dress Collection illustration printed on to a framable postcard, personally signed by Emma. Also access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £30 or more
About $49

A PACK OF 6 LITTLE BLACK DRESS ILLUSTRATED NOTECARDS and envelopes wrapped in ribbon, perfect to glam up your correspondence.
Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £40 or more
About $66

A PACK OF 12 LITTLE BLACK DRESS ILLUSTRATED NOTECARDS and envelopes wrapped in ribbon, perfect to glam up your correspondence.
Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £50 or more
About $82

A 12"x 8" CANVAS ARTWORK of our Britt Little Black Dress, personally signed by Emma. A limited run of 150 canvases exclusively available for Kickstarter backers, each one numbered and signed.
Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £70 or more
About $115

A 2015 CALENDAR of our Little Black Dress artwork. A limited run of 150 calendars exclusively available for Kickstarter backers, each one numbered and signed.
Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £325 or more
About $535

A FRAMED 30"x 20" CANVAS ARTWORK of our Britt Little Black Dress, personally signed by Emma. A limited run of 30 framed canvases exclusively available for Kickstarter backers, each one numbered and signed. Choose from gold frame or silver frame, as illustrated.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £1,000 or more
About $1,647

ONE BESPOKE LITTLE BLACK DRESS TO THE VALUE OF £1,700. Visit me at my Wimbledon studio and I'll personalise one of my Little Black Dresses specifically for you. At an initial consultation with me, you can choose from a selection of fabrics, cuts and details, followed by up to three fittings, to ensure your Little Black Dress is made-to-measure and uniquely yours.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

All orders must be placed by 4th September 2015. Please leave a six month lead time from your order date to your required finishing date. All travel to and from our studio is your responsibility.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £2,000 or more
About $3,294

TWO BESPOKE LITTLE BLACK DRESSES TO THE VALUE OF £3,400. Visit me at my Wimbledon studio and I'll personalise two of my Little Black Dresses specifically for you. At an initial consultation with me, you can choose from a selection of fabrics, cuts and details, followed by up to three fittings, to ensure your Little Black Dresses are made-to-measure and uniquely yours.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

All orders must be placed by 4th September 2015. Please leave a six month lead time from your order date to your required finishing date. All travel to and from our studio is your responsibility.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £2,500 or more
About $4,117

A COUTURE WEDDING DRESS TO THE VALUE OF £3,500. Visit me at our Wimbledon studio and I'll craft you your dream wedding dress, made to measure with precision and care.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Valid for weddings from April 2015 to September 2016. All orders must be placed by 4th September 2015. Please leave a six month lead time from your order date to your wedding date. All travel to and from our studio is your responsibility.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £3,000 or more
About $4,941

A COUTURE WEDDING DRESS TO THE VALUE OF £4,000. Visit me at our Wimbledon studio and I'll craft you your dream wedding dress, made to measure with precision and care.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Valid for weddings from April 2015 to September 2016. All orders must be placed by 4th September 2015. Please leave a six month lead time from your order date to your wedding date. All travel to and from our studio is your responsibility.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £4,000 or more
About $6,588

A BESPOKE WEDDING DRESS TO THE VALUE OF £5,000. Visit me at our Wimbledon studio and I'll craft you your dream wedding dress, designed from scratch and fitted to your unique measurements.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Valid for weddings from April 2015 to September 2016. All orders must be placed by 4th September 2015. Please leave a six month lead time from your order date to your wedding date. All travel to and from our studio is your responsibility.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £4,500 or more
About $7,411

A CAPSULE COLLECTION OF FIVE BESPOKE LITTLE BLACK DRESSES TO THE VALUE OF £8,500. Visit me at my Wimbledon studio and I'll personalise five of my Little Black Dresses specifically for you. At an initial consultation with me, you can choose from a selection of fabrics, cuts and details, followed by up to three fittings, to ensure your Little Black Dresses are made-to-measure and uniquely yours.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

All orders must be placed by 4th September 2015. Please leave a six month lead time from your order date to your required finishing date. All travel to and from our studio is your responsibility.

Kickstarter is not a store.

Pledge £5,000 or more
About $8,235

A BESPOKE WEDDING DRESS TO THE VALUE OF £6,500. Visit me at our Wimbledon studio and I'll craft you your dream wedding dress, designed from scratch and fitted to your unique measurements.

Also a SIGNED ILLUSTRATED THANK YOU POSTCARD from Emma and access to EXCLUSIVE PREVIEWS ahead of any future Little Black Dress collections.

Valid for weddings from April 2015 to September 2016. All orders must be placed by 4th September 2015. Please leave a six month lead time from your order date to your wedding date. All travel to and from our studio is your responsibility.